Pakistan Army Chief Debunks Leadership Change Rumors
The Pakistan Army chief, Asim Munir, has dismissed rumors of a leadership change, calling reports about President Asif Ali Zardari's removal false. Such claims, discussed in political circles, were refuted by top government officials. Munir emphasized the need for political reconciliation and maintaining balanced foreign relations.
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In a decisive statement, Pakistan's Army Chief, Asim Munir, has quashed circulating rumors regarding a shakeup in the country's leadership, particularly focusing on President Asif Ali Zardari. Munir described these rumors as entirely baseless, contradicting both governmental authority and military leadership.
Earlier in July, speculation began to surface on social media suggesting that President Zardari could be asked to resign, potentially paving the way for the army chief to step into the role. These claims were swiftly countered by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who dismissed the rumors as unfounded.
In a recent publication by Suhail Warraich of the Jang media group, Munir addressed these rumors directly during a meeting in Brussels, emphasizing his commitment to the current government and expressing his ambitions focused solely on national security. The army chief also called for political reconciliation and highlighted a balanced foreign policy approach between the US and China.
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